GWADAR: The Director General of Fisheries for Balochistan, Atiqullah Khan, has declared a full-scale effort to stop illegal trawling in the province’s waters. This action is being taken under the vision of Chief Minister Mir Sarfaraz Bugti.
The announcement came during DG Khan’s visit to the marine areas of Gwadar on Thursday to inspect the situation firsthand. He was accompanied by senior officials from the fisheries department and security personnel.
During the visit, the DG received a detailed briefing on the current challenges in the area. He stated that his department is committed to taking all necessary measures to prevent illegal fishing. The goal is to protect the rights and economic interests of local fishermen and ensure the sustainable use of marine resources.
This crackdown follows the orders of Parliamentary Secretary Haji Barkat Rind and Secretary Fisheries Tariq Qamar Baloch. The department has vowed to be relentless in its mission to safeguard the livelihood of fishermen and preserve the sea’s natural resources for the future.
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